Tuesday, February 4

Today's Objectives

RL.10.3 Analyze how complex characters develop and advance the plot and theme.

RL.10.4 Analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone.

RL.10.6 Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States.

RL.10.10 Read and comprehend grade-level text.

‍‍‍‍‍‍Anchor Text: //Cry, The Beloved Country// by Alan Paton

Bell Ringer: Parallel Structure

Turn in questions for chapters 6-10!
What is it?
Now to practice! The following sentences have problems with parallel structure. On a sheet of paper, revise them to correct this faulty parallelism. Change or add things as necessary.

1. We were dirty, hungry, and without a penny.
2. Two things that I found hard to learn as a college freshman were to get enough sleep and trimming expenses.
3. The best way to combat juvenile delinquency is not to set up more social agencies but by restoring old-fashioned discipline in the home.
4. In basketball, there is never a dull moment, any team can win, and a fine display of teamwork.

Quiz

Take a quiz on chapters 1-10. This includes multiple choice and an open response.

The Good Samaritan

Read and annotate "The Parable of the Good Samaritan"
What is a parable?
On the graphic organizer, discuss the lessons learned from this parable and the connections you have seen to this story in the book so far.

Homework

READ chapters 11-13 by Thursday. Make note of at least FIVE (5) examples of symbolism. Include text detail, page number, and explanation.